Home Value
$283,100
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
80.7%
139% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Glenwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population663
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density276/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$53,316
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,461M
Commute13 min
Housing
Home Value$283,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Elevation2,143 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+80.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute13 min
Libraries6
Is Glenwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Glenwood receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Glenwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Glenwood is $283,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.
Education
Glenwood is a highly educated community — 80.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Glenwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Glenwood has a population of 663 with a density of 276 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Glenwood is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $53,316 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,000 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,682 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,879 |
| County GDP | $4,461M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 163 |
| Healthcare | 217 |
| Retail | 246 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,774 |
| 65% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.04% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 12.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Glenwood is $283,100, 0% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $283,100 |
| 0% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,774 |
| 65% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.04% |
In Glenwood, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Glenwood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.2% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.7% |
| Depression | 18.9% |
| Mental Distress | 14.5% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,530/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 217 |
Crime Rates: Glenwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Glenwood has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.6 inches |
| 33% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 21.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,143 ft (653 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 276/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7555°N, 99.0810°W |
| County FIPS | 31019 |